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BNP seeks quick restoration of democracy through credible election: Moyeen Khan

, May 17 -- BNP senior leader Dr Abdul Moyeen Khan on Saturday said their party wants to quickly restore democracy in Bangladesh through a credible election for the country's progress. "We, the BNP, ... Read More


BCS Taxation Association halts activities indefinitely over NBR reforms

Dhaka, May 17 -- The Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) (Taxation) Association has suspended its all organisational activities for an indefinite period in response to the growing concerns among tax offici... Read More


India cuts ties with Turkey amid growing boycott calls over Pakistan row

Dhaka, May 17 -- What began as social media calls to avoid traveling to Turkey has snowballed into a major diplomatic fallout, with India suspending ties with Turkish businesses and academic instituti... Read More


CA releases commemorative stamp marking Int'l Telecommunication Day

, May 17 -- Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Saturday released a commemorative stamp at the State Guest House Jamuna marking the International Telecommunication Day. Prof Yunus on Friday urg... Read More


Why brain-dead woman kept on life support in Georgia?

, May 17 -- year-old woman in Georgia, USA, Adriana Smith, has been on life support for the past three months after being declared brain dead - a situation complicated by the state's stringent abortio... Read More


CA urges unified efforts for world-class telecom, IT services

Dhaka, May 17 -- Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Friday urged everyone to work together to achieve top-tier telecommunications and information technology services in every sector. He said t... Read More


Trial of murderers is primary and foremost reform: Hasnat Abdullah

Cumilla, May 17 -- Hasnat Abdullah, chief organizer of the southern region of the National Citizens Party (NCP), has said that if the advisers of the interim government believe there are any other ref... Read More


NBR staff continue work abstention for day 3

Dhaka, May 17 -- Officers and employees of the National Board of Revenue (NBR) continued their work abstention on Saturday. The protest programme called by NBR Reform Unity Council, a platform repres... Read More


Hilsa returns to Chandpur markets after ban; prices fall, buyers rejoice

Chandpur, May 17 -- month ban that kept nets dry and hopes high, the beloved hilsa has returned to Chandpur's markets, rekindling excitement among fishermen and food lovers alike. The renewed supply ... Read More


Rains likely across country; temperature may drop

Dhaka, May 17 -- Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has predicted rains at several places in seven divisions of the country including Dhaka in 24 hours commencing 9 am on Saturday. " Rain or ... Read More